On March 31, 2025, South Korean media outlet JTBC News announced an exciting development in the drama industry. An industry insider confirmed the highly anticipated production of a third season of Yumi’s Cells, revealing the following:
“Yumi’s Cells season 3 will be produced 3 years after the end of season 2. TVING is going all out to make this happen, and Kim Go-eun will also be the main character in season 3. I heard that they are making an effort to continue the series’ unique color.”
In a related statement, Studio Dragon, the production company behind the series, affirmed the news about season 3. They elaborated on their current focus in the following way:
“It is true that we are producing season 3. We have made an offer to Kim Go-eun for the lead role of Yumi and are currently reviewing it.”
Kim Go-eun’s Potential Return to Yumi’s Cells
The buzz surrounding the series continues as Kim Go-eun’s agency, BH Entertainment, confirmed that she has received an offer to reprise her role. An agency representative stated:
“We have received an offer and are reviewing it.”
For those unfamiliar with the series, Yumi’s Cells spans two captivating seasons featuring a talented cast that includes Kim Go-eun, Park Jin-young, and Ahn Bo-hyun. Directed by Lee Sang-yeob and expertly written by Kim Kyung-ran and Kim Yoon-joo, the series includes a total of 28 episodes.
This unique psychological romance follows the life of Yumi, an ordinary office worker, as perceived through the lens of her brain’s cells. The narrative delves into Yumi’s romantic and professional experiences, highlighting how her cells assist her in navigating the challenges she faces.
Season 1 premiered on September 17, 2021, and was available on several streaming platforms, including TVING and iQIYI. The second season debuted on June 10, 2022, and the series is based on the popular webtoon created by Lee Dong-gun.
In the show, Kim Go-eun portrays Yumi, while Ahn Bo-hyun plays her second boyfriend, a passionate game developer, and Park Jin-young represents the co-worker who becomes her third romantic interest.
In addition to her potential involvement in this beloved series, Kim Go-eun has recently been confirmed for roles in other upcoming dramas, including The Price of Confession and You and Everything Else.